Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carpenter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Carpenter School's student population of 467 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carpenter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpenter School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1094 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
36%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpenter School's ranking?
Carpenter School is ranked #1094 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carpenter School often compared to?
Carpenter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Carpenter School?
467 students attend Carpenter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Carpenter School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carpenter School?
Carpenter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carpenter School offer ?
Carpenter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carpenter School part of?
Carpenter School is part of Ann Arbor Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Carpenter School located?
Carpenter School is located in the Carpenter neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Carpenter.
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